The minor embodies the core components discovered in the larger game design field. It offers a core of foundational studies with intermediate and advanced course options in game animation, game sound and music, or game design and development. Students pursuing the minor will be able to participate in game program events, special activities, game design competitions, and in most projects hosted in the Computer Game Design Research Studio.

Policies

Eight credits of coursework must be unique to the minor and students must complete all coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00. For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors.

Banner Code: GAME

Minor Requirements

Total credits: 15

Coursework

GAME 101Introduction to Game Design (Mason Core)3
or GAME 210 Basic Game Design
GAME 400Game Design Practicum3
Select a 9-credit emphasis in either Game Art, Game Scripting, Game Audio, or General Design:9
Game Art Emphasis
Two-Dimensional Design for Games
Three-Dimensional Game Art I
3 credits of GAME coursework
Game Scripting Emphasis
Applied Coding for Game Designers
Introduction to Computer Programming (Mason Core)
Gameplay Scripting Implementation I
3 credits of GAME coursework
Game Audio Emphasis
Music for Film and Video
Writing and Editing Music and Sound
3 credits of GAME coursework
General Design Emphasis
9 credits of GAME coursework
Total Credits15